Panel discussion with:
- Tony Craig, Head of the Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences, The James Hutton Institute.
- Ivan Clark, Nature-based Jobs, and Skills Manager, NatureScot.
- Judith Ralston, Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scotland.
In this session, The James Hutton Institute and NatureScot explored how nature can address challenges related to wellbeing, urban environments, and climate change.
Tony Craig from The James Hutton Institute presented research highlighting the benefits of connecting with nature, particularly its positive effects on mental health and the psychological mechanisms involved. He will discuss how to incorporate these insights into daily life.
Ivan Clark from NatureScot discussed nature-based solutions for urban areas, emphasizing how natural processes can help cities adapt to climate change and combat biodiversity loss. He will outline the multiple advantages of these solutions, such as enhancing community connections, supporting wildlife habitats, managing floods, and improving urban liveability.